Behr's Honied White YL-W03, with its delicate RGB composition of (252,239,210), captures a soft, creamy essence reminiscent of the warm hue Papaya Whip. This paint color exudes a gentle elegance that can subtly enhance the tranquility and brightness of any space. Ideal for creating a serene environment, it pairs beautifully with natural wood tones and soft pastels, making it a versatile choice for contemporary interiors.
Color Description
Behr Honied White (YL-W03) is a soft white color with a golden nuance, carrying a touch of sweetness that delights and invigorates. It has warm, gentle tones that enhance any space with timeless elegance.
Undertones
The undertone of Honied White is a red hue, which is evident when isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades.
Color Values
- HEX value: #FCEFD2
- RGB value: 252, 239, 210
- HSL value: 41.4:87.5:90.6
Usage
Honied White is versatile and suitable for various interior spaces, including bedrooms, living rooms, home offices, and more. It works well with different design styles, such as modern minimalist and classic farmhouse. The satin enamel finish is particularly recommended for moderate- to high-traffic areas, including family rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and hallways.
Atmosphere
This color creates a serene and inviting atmosphere, adding a touch of sophistication and comfort to the interior decor. It helps transform rooms into cozy retreats that radiate style and tranquility.
Behr Honied White YL-W03 Color Alternative
Designers seeking a warm, versatile neutral may consider a range of appealing alternatives to Behr Honied White YL-W03, including Little Greene First Light 49, Farrow and Ball Tallow 203, and Benjamin Moore Mannequin Cream OC-92. Little Greene First Light 49 offers a softly luminous quality that brightens rooms with subtle sophistication, while Farrow and Ball Tallow 203 delivers a warm, inviting depth perfect for accentuating architectural features. Complementing these is Benjamin Moore Mannequin Cream OC-92, which brings an element of understated elegance and balance, making it an excellent alternative choice for those inspired by Behr Honied White YL-W03.
Bathroom
Behr Honied White YL-W03 is a popular bathroom color known for its durability and low-maintenance properties. Its satin enamel finish not only offers a stylish and clean look but also effectively resists dirt, grime, and mildew in humid settings.
The paint is engineered with advanced stain-blocking and scuff-resistant attributes, making it suitable for areas with moderate to high traffic. Additionally, it meets stringent standards for chemical emissions and indoor air quality, ensuring a healthier environment for bathrooms.
Bedroom
Behr Honied White YL-W03 is an inviting bedroom color that creates a warm, calm atmosphere. Its self-priming formula and range of sheens lend themselves to a variety of room elements such as walls, ceilings, and trim, ensuring smooth application with minimal coats while achieving full coverage.
Designed for durability, this paint offers excellent resistance to stains and mildew along with a low odor property, making it ideal for indoor environments. It meets strict environmental standards and covers a generous area per gallon, making it a smart choice for homeowners who value both performance and eco-friendly credentials.
Kitchen
For a kitchen setting, Behr Honied White offers an inviting and cohesive choice that enhances walls, cabinets, and trim in both modern and classic designs. Its warm, neutral tone sets the stage for a welcoming atmosphere while seamlessly integrating into different decor styles.
A satin or semi-gloss enamel finish is recommended for this application due to its durability and ease of cleaning, effectively resisting moisture, fading, and stains. Honied White can be paired with complementary colors to create dynamic contrasts or used in a monochromatic scheme for a more understated, elegant look.
Living Room
Behr Honied White YL-W03 is a refined choice for living rooms, offering exceptional performance and durability while providing excellent coverage that often requires just one coat. It comes in options of various sheens to suit different traffic areas and decorative needs, ensuring that the interior remains bright and inviting.
Designed with health and safety in mind, this paint is GREENGUARD(r) Gold Certified for low emissions and resists mildew. Its advanced stain and scuff resistance, particularly in the enhanced versions, makes maintenance and cleaning simpler, accommodating a wide range of interior design styles from modern minimalist to classic farmhouse.
Outdoor
Behr Honied White YL-W03 is a home outdoor color that enhances the exterior of your home with a warm, inviting appeal. Suitable for various surfaces such as wood, vinyl, brick, and masonry, it offers a range of finishes to match different application needs. For surfaces like walls and siding where durability and reduced visibility of imperfections are essential, flat or satin finishes bring out the best in the color while maintaining a subtle texture.
For elements exposed to high traffic and moisture such as doors, trim, shutters, and exterior furniture, higher sheen options deliver a sleek, radiant finish that resists fading, stains, and moisture. As a part of the BEHR MARQUEE line, this color not only provides a refined aesthetic but also includes advanced benefits like stain repellency, scuff resistance, and one-coat coverage, ensuring lasting protection and ease of maintenance for your exterior projects.
